The CYPRES 2 is the second generation of microprocessor controlled, automatic activation devices specifically designed for sport skydiving. The control unit has a single button used to calibrate the unit for your take off and landing altitudes. The Cypres 2 has all the proven features of the original Cypres, which include:

The VIGIL II is the second generation of the original Vigil AAD. It is a microprocessor controlled, automatic activation device specifically designed for sport skydiving. The Vigil's primary purpose: TO SAVE LIVES.

What's New on the Vigil II?

New flat controller

New housing, extra thin construction

Ergonomic design

New Inox cutter

Waterproof - Multimode

Double battery, minimum 2000 jumps

Key Features

No scheduled maintenance

Self test checks all Vigil parameters and recalibrates every time it is switched on

Multi-functional – Pro, Student or Tandem

Data logger stores jump info (total jump #, freefall time, and last freefall speed); jump info can be viewed on the LCD display

Once it is switched on, the Vigil® performs a complete self test to check all internal parameters and calibrates itself at the atmospheric pressure of the DZ altitude.

The Vigil® is now ready for use and is in “stand-by” status (recalibrating itself every 32 secs). During taking off, the Vigil® will go to an “active” status once it reaches 150 ft. in a time of max. 32 sec. From that moment on your Guardian Angel is ready to help you in a critical situation. The Vigil is now in active status, taking measurements 64 times per sec.

Accurate Calculation: Once the door opens and you leave the plane, the Vigil® will calculate the time left over before reaching the activation altitude (for example: 840 ft in PRO mode), by continuously measuring your falling speed and your altitude. The Vigil® takes into consideration speed variations during freefall and recalculates every 1/8th of a second the time left over to reach the activation altitude. When you reach the activation altitude (time = 0) and if you're still falling at a speed above 75MPH , the Vigil® will activate the cutter instantaneously to allow your reserve parachute to deploy. This patented method gives a very accurate activation altitude (+/- 60 feet).

Vigil® works by permanent recalculation of the time left before activation.